Spectrum mode provides extremely fast scanning over the entire frequency range and is ideal for detecting, monitoring and analyzing any kind of signal. A complete scan covering 6 GHz takes less than 500 ms – even at high resolution (RBW = 500 kHz, 250 kHz marker resolution).
Even sources with very low output power can be detected thanks to the extremely low noise level and use of NArda directional antennas. The resolution bandwidths ranging from 10 Hz up to 20 MHz cover all the demands of modern communications equipment. Initial qualification of the signal can be made using the Trace arithmetic functions with maximum (Max), average (Avg) and minimum (Min) traces.
Suspect signals can be conveniently isolated using the marker functions, and it is easy to quickly zoom in and transfer the data directly to other operating modes for more detailed analysis. It is also possible to demodulate analog modulated signals such as FM, AM, CW, LSB and USB and record them on the device and monitor them using the built in loudspeaker or headphones.
SPECTROGRAM display is ideal for long term monitoring of the RF spectrum and for detecting permanent, sporadic or frequency hopping signals. Transmitters with variable output power and/or bandwidth can also be identified. A particularly noteworthy feature is the ability to record RMS, +Peak and -Peak traces simultaneously.
The large 7-inch color display shows the results as:
- a spectrum
- a spectrogram
- a spectrum with spectrogram
- or as a table of the highest peak values
Current signals can be compared with a stored spectrum by loading a reference spectrum.
The Delta Spectrum function makes it easier to recognize new transmitters and distinguish them from known signals. This makes it possible to detect transmitters in a conference room, for example.
The internal data logger allows a wide range of measurements to be stored by timer or event control.
IDA 2 can be optimized to your applications by adding functions in the form of Application Packages and accessories.
